Description - Located east of Pierre, Farm Island attracts all types of visitors ... campers, swimmers, hikers, anglers, bird watchers and bicyclists. With easy access to Lake Sharpe and popular beaches and trails, this park stays busy throughout the year. Additionally, the park has ties to the Lewis and Clark expedition, which is detailed in the new Lewis and Clark family center

Attractions
- Anglers can fish for walleye, smallmouth bass, white bass, northern pike and perch on this Missouri River reservoir. Two boat ramps, a popular swimming beach and a wheelchair accessible fishing dock allow visitors of all types and ages a chance to play in the water. Canoe and paddleboat rentals available.
Ninety campsites in two campgrounds and two camping cabins, as well as a youth group camping area, are available from which to choose. Two comfort stations with showers are located in the main campground.
This park features an island nature area, which provides an outdoor classroom for visitors. Three miles of hiking trails wind through the island and give hikers, walkers, cross-country skiers and bicyclists a chance for peace, quiet and nature observation. Bicycle rentals available.
Deer and a variety of birds are very common to see on the island. Trail users may also notice traces of beaver activity near the water, as well. Users also have access to a nature observation blind.

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